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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Sight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what Classical work is the mythological Ajax notable for his abundant strength and courage, seen particularly in two fights with Hector?
(a) The Iliad.
(b) The Odyssey
(c) The Homeric Hymns.
(d) The Birds.

2. The mayor in "Justice" announces that Alvin Tinsley died how?
(a) In a tractor accident.
(b) By hanging himself.
(c) By falling into the river.
(d) By shooting himself.

3. Who does Harper announce he is planning to sell in "The Legend of Pin Oak"?
(a) Marie.
(b) Amos.
(c) Harry.
(d) Henri.

4. Esau's father exploits his son's psychic abilities where in "The Sight"?
(a) A cock fight.
(b) The racetrack.
(c) A dog fight.
(d) The casino.

5. The labor union associated with the Pullman Palace Car Company was the first to be led by what?
(a) Women.
(b) Italians.
(c) Children.
(d) African Americans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What short story by Edgar Allan Poe shares a similar subject and theme as "Justice"?

2. Who organized the union of workers associated with the Pullman Palace Car Company?

3. Who was the father of Ajax in Greek mythology?

4. When was the union of workers associated with the Pullman Palace Car Company established?

5. "We Organized" is based on the oral histories documented in the Slave Narratives from when?

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